Taba Negotiations Authorized
Arafat authorizes Palestinian negotiators to enter intensive talks with Israel at Taba in an attempt to narrow remaining final-status disagreements.
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2001 in Palestine
Explore 13 historical events and records for Palestine in 2001.
Historical records for Palestine in 2001
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January
May
Mitchell Recommendations Accepted
Arafat accepts the Mitchell Committee recommendations as a framework for ending violence, rebuilding confidence and returning to negotiations.
June
Dolphinarium Bombing
A Hamas suicide bombing at the Dolphinarium nightclub kills numerous young Israelis, intensifying pressure for an Israeli military response.
Tenet Security Plan Accepted
Arafat accepts the Tenet security work plan, which calls for a ceasefire, renewed coordination and measures against armed attacks.
August
Sbarro Restaurant Bombing
Hamas claims responsibility for the suicide bombing at Jerusalem's Sbarro restaurant, an attack that kills civilians and further escalates the conflict.
Killing of Abu Ali Mustafa
Israel kills PFLP leader Abu Ali Mustafa in an airstrike on his Ramallah office, and Saadat soon emerges as his successor within the organization.
September
Blood Donation after September 11 Attacks
Arafat publicly donates blood for victims of the September 11 attacks and condemns the attacks in the United States.
Ceasefire Declaration
Arafat declares a ceasefire and calls for enforcement of the truce as international pressure increases after months of sustained violence.
December
Muqata Siege
Faces mounting Israeli pressure and restrictions during the Second Intifada.
Other events (month unknown)
Intifada, 2nd
Abbas criticises the militarisation of the uprising and supports renewed diplomatic efforts
Intifada, 2nd
Arafat faces Israeli pressure and internal Palestinian demands during the Second Intifada
Intifada, 2nd
Militant groups carry out shootings bombings and attacks against Israeli targets
Second Intifada
Abbas criticises the militarisation of the uprising and supports renewed diplomatic efforts
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